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Ilse B. Blythe

1936 - 2024

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5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

The Jacob A. Holle Funeral Home

2122 Millburn Avenue

Maplewood, New Jersey, United States

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Thursday

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Funeral Mass

10:00 am

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Our Lady of Sorrows Church, South Orange

217 Prospect St

South Orange, New Jersey, United States

973-763-5454

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Final Resting Place

11:30 am

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Rosedale Cemetery

408 Orange Road

Montclair, New Jersey, United States

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Jamie Anderson, from Tennessee, U.S.A. uploaded photo(s)

Saturday, October 19, 2024

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I am so sorry for your loss. This was such a difficult message for me to share - I'm sorry it took so long. I will never forget the day Christina introduced me to her mom. I was so amazed at the vibrant stories and her contagious energy that all i wanted to do was just listen to her stories. I'm pretty sure she didn't quite know what to think of a small-town-Tennessee guy continuously prompting her to tell me more about whatever story she had decided to share. During our sporadic conversations over the last twenty years there was, of course, usually a generous helping of some decadent dessert, typically something she had created. I will truly cherish memories of those incredible cakes and treats each time I remember this beautiful soul. These photos are from a very special afternoon that always makes me smile. I had thought these photos lost due to a computer malfunction but happened on them accidentally (which is not really a thing) and thought it may make the family laugh at the memories from this day, so typical for them, I imagine. Blessings to all. We'll meet again, Mrs. Blythe, and I know there will be coffee and cake and your beautiful smile when we do. Photo #1: her always gorgeous Christmas tree. Photo #2 :telling a hilarious, and usually embarrassing for one of her children, story. Photo #3: putting the final touch on her tree, never one to leave the more difficult tasks to someone else. (A lovely character trait i know her children definitely inherited.)

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Andrea Blythe Posted Oct 19, 2024 at 11:02 AM

Thank you Jamie for sharing your memories of our Mom. You captured the moments and photos of her so beautifully. Thank you for making me smile and tear up.

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Ingo Kamuf posted a condolence

Sunday, September 22, 2024

Die Nachricht, dass Ilse jetzt von uns gegangen ist, macht uns unendlich traurig. Sie war für uns nicht nur eine liebe Freundin meiner Mama, sondern eine wundervolle und besondere Freundin und Wegbegleiterin unserer gesamten Familie. Ganz besonders bleiben uns ihre Herzlichkeit, Offenheit und Empathie in Erinnerung, mit der sie uns berührt hat. Unser Besuch bei Ilse 2019 in Maplewood und früher gemeinsame Urlaube im Elsass und Ihre Besuche in Karlsruhe, mit ihrer wundervollen Familie, waren für uns ganz besondere Momente. Diese schönen Momente werden wir für immer in uns tragen und uns immer wieder gerne daran erinnern. Unsere Gedanken sind bei Ilse und ihren lieben Kindern Christina, Andrea, Bernhard und Stephan. In liebevoller Verbundenheit Ingo und Claudia

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Thursday, September 19, 2024

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Thank you Christina for sharing the gift of your awesome "Mami." I fell in love with your mom, Mrs. Blythe, at the lunch table during our high school years. Christina introduced me to her "Mami" through Mrs. Blythe's delicious baked sweets which I have never forgotten. Clearly, Mrs. Blythe added her love, warmth and kindness! When I met Mrs. Blythe in person, she was sooo loving and welcoming (just like those sweets), and it was clearly a blessing to be in her presence! My prayers, and my family's prayers, are with you all Love, Melbra (Giles) King

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Iris Ackermann posted a condolence

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Last summer I turned 60 and my husband surprised me with a very special gift: a trip to New York. When I told Ilse about it on the phone, she was delighted. It was always important to her to keep in touch with her family in Germany and it gave her great pleasure that the younger generation in the USA and in Germany were in contact with each other. So I had the great good fortune to be able to visit Ilse in Maplewood in April 2024. This meeting, like every phone call we had with each other, was also impressive. Ilse's alert mind, her friendliness, her curiosity about our lives and her kindness were like a refreshing shower for us. - A very old person can be so lively! I remember that she asked my husband to tell her about himself while I was visiting the house with Andrea. When we came back, she said: “That was nice to be able to talk to your husband alone!" . She enjoyed meetings and conversations and was able to listen. - Now that I am married and have children myself, I can appreciate how brave Ilse was. Widowed very early she took her life into her own hands and she remained always confident. In my last phone call with her, I arranged to meet her for her 90th birthday. She laughed and said: “Let's see what the good Lord has planned for me...” - Today I bow to an extraordinary person. I am so grateful that I was able to know her. I'm sure she's in a good place now. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

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Thursday, September 19, 2024

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May I introduce myself briefly, my name is Georg Ackermann. I am the son of Erika Ackermann, née Svozil. My grandmother, Ella Svozil, was Ilse's cousin. Together with my sister, Iris, I live in Germany. In December 2018 I had the pleasure of visiting Ilse and the family in New York again. Together with my life partner, Ramona, we had the oportunity to invite Ilse to dinner. This evening was so pleasant, harmonious and peaceful, it was simply a pleasure to listen to Ilse. She was so at peace with her life and so wonderfully proud of her children, enviable. I have rarely experienced any other older person who radiated as much warmth and love as Ilse. She was interested in everything and loved to listen other people. I will always remember Ilse fondly. May she rest in peace.

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Vera posted a condolence

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Meine liebe Ilse-Klein, heute, am Tag Deiner Beerdigung, bin ich im Geiste und in Trauer bei Dir und Deinen lieben Hinterbliebenen. Ich werde mich immer an unsere gemeinsam verbrachten Tage erinnern, an denen Du nur Deutsch reden wolltest. Nach so vielen Jahrzehnten in den USA hast Du ein wirklich ausgezeichnetes Deutsch gesprochen, und unsere Gespräche waren immer sehr anregend und zusammen gelacht haben wir auch viel. Deine Offenheit, Deine Kreativität, Deine Herzlichkeit, Deine Gastfreundschaft und Deine Freundschaft schätze ich sehr und werde noch andere Dinge an Dir vermissen. Du warst mein Deutschlandersatz in den 80ern und sehr schnell von mir als meine deutsche US-Mutti adoptiert. Mit schwerem Herzen muss auch ich Dich gehen lassen und hoffe, dass Du nun an einem bessern Platz bist zusammen mit Deinen Lieben. Ich danke Dir für all die schönen Stunden, für Deine unglaubliche Energie, und für die Inspiration, die Du mir gegeben hast. Außerdem erlaube ich mir, eine Deiner Traditionen zu übernehmen: das Frühstücksdessert. Du bist die Frau, die das Wort geprägt hat und, jedes Mal, wenn mir am Morgen nach etwas Süßem ist, werde ich immer an Dich denken. Und nicht nur dann. Ich habe Dich sehr lieb und bis zum nächsten Wiedersehen. Deine Vera mit Familie

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Fam. Domes posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

First of all, our sincere condolences for the loss of your Mami. Leo and Gerdi always spoke of Ilse with great respect. When she visited us in Bretten, Ilse always radiated a pure of joy of life. We will keep her in our thoughts. All our love for you. Greetings from Leo & Gerdi and us children with partners Andreas & Bianca, Markus & Sandra, Simone & Benjamin

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Wednesday, September 18, 2024

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We will never forget the great time with Ilse during our honeymoon in the US. Ilse was so kind to let us stay a couple of days at her place. We enjoyed the Tours in new York but more than that the welcoming Atmosphere she was giving us all the time. She made us Quiche late at night, showed us in NY and NJ, walked miles with us through the City. We will always look back to those days with Ilse, Smiles on our faces and love in our hearts. Such a wounderful Lady with a big heart. Ilse you will be missed

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Ulrike Gutekunst lit a candle

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

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In tiefer Trauer und Schmerz möchten wir euch unser Mitgefühl bekunden.Wir sprechen euch unser allerherzlichstes Beileid aus.Unser tiefes Mitgefühl gelten euch und der ganzen Familie!Unsere liebe Ilse war eine so liebevolle und herzliche Frau!Wir werden sie in guter Erinnerung behalten!Ulrike und Roland mit Hedwig

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Julie Kohn posted a condolence

Wednesday, September 18, 2024

When Peter, our son Zack and I moved into the home next to Ilsa and her beautiful family, we made the most amazing friendship with the Blythe family. When I couldn’t find our son within our home, Zack would be in Ilsa’s backyard having sun iced tea with Ilsa having a wonderful conversation. Ilsa became Zack’s surrogate “Nana”. The entire family couldn’t have been more welcoming to our small family. We will miss Ila’s presence in our lives; May her memory be a blessing to all that knew her.

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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Cheryl Jones-Miller lit a candle

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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My heartfelt condolences to Christina and family. Mrs. Blythe was such a kind woman. I knew her as my brownie and girl scout leader while attending OLMBS. I will always have fond memories of her. May she RIP.

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Colleen Ohaus lit a candle

Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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Rest in Peace Mrs. Blythe! I'll always have the fond memories of living across the street in Newark and sharing in the Girl Scouts with you. Beautiful lady inside and out. My condolences to the entire family. My maiden name was Farrell.

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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The woman with the red hat is no longer with us, but memories remain. Good people are like stars, they shine long after they have gone out. We think of you and mourn with you. Family Dittes with relatives

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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

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Liebe Blythe-Familie, wie gerne denke ich an unser Treffen in Andrea's und Pat's Haus am 30.09.2023, bei dem Ilse unser aller Mittelpunkt war. Am 10.10.2023 durften wir dann noch einen Besuch bei ihr zuhause machen, und wahrscheinlich wussten wir gemeinsam, dass es das letzte Treffen sein sollte. Unser aller Mitgefühl und unser herzlichstes Beileid Liebe Ilse, ruhe in Frieden Carol, Dario und Peter

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Monday, September 16, 2024

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Glenn Andrews Posted Sep 16, 2024 at 10:48 PM

"In memory of Ilse" They say it gets easier as time passes by. But on those long days I wish I could fly. Over the heartaches the sorrows the pain; just for a brief moment to see you again. I'd tell you, "I miss you", then I'd hug you real tight and then I would thank God for you being in my life. Even though you are gone, I know you're in the best place, I know you're with Jesus because you kept the faith. From my family to yours, may God continue to bless you and your family. We ❤️ you.

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Monday, September 16, 2024

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Ilse was an expert pastry chef and we loved her Christmas cookies! She baked this torte for Janine's birthday a few years ago. We're going to miss her so much! She took care of our children when they were small and became family to us. A fun lady who made everything more fun!

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Monday, September 16, 2024

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Aunt Ilse will always be one of my most positive, generous, fascinating, engaging, and jubilant relatives. As a child Ilse was always happy to listen to stories of school and childhood adventures, and to give wise counsel on sibling rivalries. As i grew I knew that whenever Ilse was around there would be laughter! As an adult when I was stranded in New Jersey with car trouble, Aunt Ilse put me up overnight, fed me in the morning and sent me on my way with cuttings from her mint and raspberry plants. I know I live a blessed life because Ilse was in it. I will miss her light, her laugh, and her humor; but I hope to share her spirit with my family always.

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Kimberly Blythe lit a candle

Monday, September 16, 2024

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During Covid I was able to re-connect with Aunt Ilse. I will never forget her unique tone when she spoke and she was always so happy to hear from me. Recently we spoke for a while and she delighted in sharing with me about the yummy food Bernhard and Christina had prepared. The joy she exuded over the phone was contagious! There is no doubt she was so proud of all of her children and grandchildren. May God strengthen all who will miss her. P.S. German chocolate cake during Christmas time can never escape my fond childhood memories♥️

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Eva Facey posted a condolence

Monday, September 16, 2024

I have fond memories of family gatherings when father would practice his German and Aunt Ilse would say his German is still very good.

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Donna Watts-Lamont posted a condolence

Monday, September 16, 2024

We will miss the Christmas cards that each year had a hand written note included. Donna, Michael and Steven

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